Powdery florals, nuttiness, concentrated citrus, focussed acid, beautifully balanced. — 5 years ago
Almost a 91. But a bit short. Peaches and dried nuts. A little on the viscous side and to be honest with you I really didn't know what to expect. Leaner towards the finish. If I saw this on a discount for $40, I'd buy a couple of bottles. Rearding longevity, I just don't think this one is getting any better in the bottle, so might as well drink it now. — 5 years ago
good nose, light body — 6 years ago
Went down a treat — 7 years ago
A light, refreshing red. This became a fast favorite. — 7 years ago
I love this so! — 8 years ago
Rich and smooth with hints of vanilla and coffee. Superior GA red. — 8 years ago
WOW. Amazing! — 9 years ago
Ripe, round, dark fruit and elegant without a whole lot of complexity. Easy drinker — 4 years ago
Four day weekend. Gotta get it off to a good start. Been awhile since we had our 375ml of Ruinart.
The nose shows, ripe, slightly candied; black cherries, strawberries, kirsch cherries, rich, summertime watermelon, touch of orange citrus family blend, pomegranate juice, hints of fruit roll up & haunting apricots. Sea fossils & spray, a little bread dough, grey volcanics, chalky powder, orange, spring flowers with fresh & withering, red & pink rose pedals.
The palate is full & touch gummy/candied. Fruits are well extracted, deep, ruby; black cherries, blackberries, strawberries, kirsch cherries, rich, summertime watermelon, touch of orange citrus family blend, pomegranate juice, hints of fruit roll up & haunting apricots. Ghostly, not quite fruit brandy or fruit liqueur character, sea fossils & spray, a little bread dough, not quite medium, white spice with hints of palate heat, grainy, grey volcanics, chalky powder, orange, spring flowers with fresh & withering, red & pink rose pedals. The acidity lively and crisp. The round, well balanced & polish finish is always consistently satisfying and lingers for minutes.
Photos of; the House of Ruinart, Dom Thierry Ruinart, nicely light caves and rolling, hillside, Grand Cru Vineyard.
Not quite sure where “D” gets $83 when you can buy this all day at just under $65. — 4 years ago
A bit broader & fuller, coming from heavier clay soils. Nice round mouthfeel with a mineral streak of green lemons piercing through. Nice balance and drinking beautifully right now. — 5 years ago
Stone...wet concrete nose, with a pineapple topic fruitness and a lemon/lime ...key lime pie tartness. — 6 years ago
Dry Riesling on point from my favorite region. A dancing bear - full body and round yet seriously lengthy. I feel the acid stretches this wine. Finish has a slightly bitter (pleasant) note. — 7 years ago
Love this dry red wine ❤️ — 7 years ago
Crisp + effervescent — 8 years ago
Brannon Boegner nailed it with this vintage. Hats off great georgia wine and by far the best winery in Georgia. — 9 years ago
Very smooth...good blend — 11 years ago
Love it! Used in pasta bolognese, also. — 4 years ago
Smooth and perhaps a little light for a Cab which makes it good choice for pairing with most dishes. Definitely taste the cherries. Was eating some Syrian dark chocolate while tasting and it brought out that flavour in the wine. Good value for the price. — 4 years ago
last bottle, still enough stuffing going on!
Mint and eucalyptus, some chocolate and still jammy fruit. Second day it was over the hill. — 5 years ago
Delicious Tuesday night juice. Balanced and nice red fruit with a decent finish. — 5 years ago
Interesting refreshing Chardonnay, less of the typical - sometimes overwhelming - tropical fruits. But more white fruit (melon), a bit more acidity and a subtle hint of oak. Easy to drink but also interesting for those who appreciate more complexity. — 6 years ago
Dry but tasty — 7 years ago
Quality forward style Paso. Blend produced some interesting complexity and boldness. — 8 years ago
Light, fresh red fruits. Pinot noir style. Good summer wine. — 9 years ago
What a rare pleasure enjoying a pn at this level at this price. Fruity, sweet, generous, deep, balanced... Love this wine... — 10 years ago
Mike Matejka
Light cab sav. Easily drinkable without food but would also be great with steaks. This would please anyone. — 4 years ago